Session 1: Wednesday 10 July 2024, 6:00pm - 8:00pm (AEST)
Session 2: Wednesday 17 July 2024, 6:00pm - 8:00pm (AEST)
Session 3: Wednesday 24 July 2024, 6:00pm - 8:00pm (AEST)
Speech Pathology Australia strongly supports the Australian Government’s recommendation for psychological and mental health first aid and training in distress identification and response for all frontline workers and those working in consumer-facing roles that are likely to encounter individuals at risk for mental health issues and suicide. As such, Speech Pathology Australia is providing partial subsidy to all members wishing to access to this program.
This course offers foundation training in how to support someone who might be struggling due to a personal crisis or having thoughts of suicide. It aims to provide a safe space for participants to reflect on and discuss some of the issues that can arise, and practice how best to respond to them, for the sake of everyone's wellbeing.
Learning objectives
Upon successful completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Recognise the common signs and behaviour changes when someone is experiencing emotional distress, and personal crisis including thoughts of suicide
- Define and apply the 3Rs (recognise, respond and refer)
- Engage and respond with empathy and without judgement
- Refer someone to appropriate support, including professional help, resources and information
- Define the importance of self-care
Who should attend
This workshop is open to all speech pathologists and speech pathology students.
Presenter
Brooke Bennett
Brooke Bennett is a qualified trainer and group facilitator with over 10 years’ experience supporting people who support others.
Through her work, Brooke enjoys engaging with people from a variety of sectors, she has a passion for connecting with people and hearing their stories, and her warmth and genuine interest helps to build connected and educated communities. She is a people’s person and feels that developing a safe, inclusive, and interactive learning environment where everyone feels secure is important.
As she continues her work through Lifeline, Brooke is committed to supporting people to create connected, thriving and engaged communities.
Pricing
Members: $185
Non-practicing members: $185
Student Members: $185
Non-Members: $213
Additional information
For further information, contact the Learning Hub.